โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
110
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Kirk Field (PGR) is a primary general aviation facility located in Greene County, Arkansas, approximately 1 mile northwest of the Paragould city center. The airport features a functional passenger terminal building that serves as the central hub for private pilots, corporate charters, and regional agricultural aviation. It acts as a vital infrastructure link for northeastern Arkansas, providing a professional base for flight operations and administrative support for the local aviation community.
The terminal infrastructure provides essential amenities for travelers and flight crews, including a comfortable pilot lounge, a dedicated waiting area with relaxed seating, and free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the building. The facility is typically staffed during standard business hours from Monday to Friday, offering specialized FBO services such as ground handling and flight planning resources. While on-site dining is limited to vending machines, the terminal's proximity to downtown Paragould ensures easy access to a variety of local restaurants and hotels within a short drive.
Technical services at the field are comprehensive, featuring 24-hour self-service fueling for both 100LL Avgas and Jet A via a secure credit card system. The airport features two runways, including a 4,500-foot asphalt primary runway (04/22) equipped with pilot-controlled Medium Intensity Runway Lights (MIRL) and a secondary turf strip. Ground transportation is well-supported by an on-site courtesy 'crew car' for transient pilots and pre-arranged rental services, providing a quick 10-minute link to the city's main districts and industrial centers.
๐ Connection Tips
Kirk Field is a small general aviation airport for Paragould, so the connection is almost always a road transfer into town or onward to the larger northeast Arkansas network. If you are arriving privately or by charter, the main thing is to have the car waiting, because the airport is not set up as a commercial passenger terminal and does not offer much in the way of last-minute transport options. For people heading to Paragould itself, the ride is short and easy; for anyone continuing toward Jonesboro, Memphis, or the surrounding agricultural areas, the airport is simply the first step in a road journey. That is what makes Kirk Field useful: it gives you direct access without the congestion of a major hub, but it also assumes you already know where you are going next. If your schedule depends on a timed handoff, the airport is only useful when the vehicle and the destination are already arranged. Otherwise, there is not much on site to help you recover. In practical terms, PGR is an access field, not an interchange, and the best way to use it is to treat the runway as the beginning of your ground itinerary. If you do that, the airport is efficient and low-friction; if you do not, it is just a quiet field on the edge of town.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic โ International
75
minutes
International โ Domestic
75
minutes
International โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is the primary international airport serving New Mexico, located just three miles southeast of downtown Albuquerque. The airport boasts a distinctive Pueblo-style architectural terminal, which is both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional. This single, multi-level terminal efficiently manages all arrivals and departures, featuring a logical layout designed for passenger convenience. The lower level is dedicated to arriving passengers, housing baggage claim areas (three in total to serve Concourses A and B) and providing direct exits to ground transportation.
The upper level of the terminal is the departure zone, where travelers will find airline ticketing counters, security checkpoints, and access to the two main concourses, Concourse A and Concourse B. Concourse A primarily serves American Airlines, Delta, and United, while Southwest Airlines predominantly operates out of Concourse B. The terminal has a total of 22 gates, ensuring ample capacity for its scheduled domestic flights and limited international services. Recent upgrades include a TSA Checkpoint Terminal Connector Project, which has enhanced security screening with up to four lanes and modern passenger amenities like new escalators and elevators.
Amenities at ABQ are comprehensive for a regional international facility. Passengers can enjoy free Wi-Fi, numerous charging stations, a variety of shops (including those offering local artisanal gifts), and diverse dining options ranging from cafes and fast-food outlets to restaurants serving New Mexican cuisine. Additional facilities like a Meditation Room and an observation deck contribute to a comfortable travel experience, complemented by a notable art collection displayed throughout the terminal.
๐ Connection Tips
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) offers excellent ground transportation connectivity just 3 miles southeast of downtown. ABQ RIDE provides completely free bus service (fare-free since November 2023) with Route 50 connecting the airport to downtown via Union Square Bus Station every 15-30 minutes, taking just 24 minutes total - the bus stop is conveniently located on the lower level at the west end of the shuttle island. Route 50 also connects to the Alvarado Transportation Center downtown where passengers can transfer to the New Mexico Rail Runner Express.
Rail Runner connections are enhanced through Route 350 (Railrunner Connecting bus) and free bus transfers when you have a valid Rail Runner ticket purchased in advance online or via mobile app - otherwise pay the driver a $1 fare each way. Official taxi service is available with fares starting at $35 to downtown Albuquerque through companies like ABQ Metro Taxi (505-450-8580) and Aspen Rides (505-388-3692). Ride-sharing via Uber and Lyft requires pre-booking as street hailing is not permitted.
For Santa Fe destinations, Groome Transportation operates 30 daily trips taking 75 minutes with variable pricing, while RoadRunner Charter provides door-to-door service to Santa Fe and Los Alamos areas. The Rail Runner Express connects Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and Belen with convenient airport shuttle connections. Recent December 2025 improvements under the ABQ RIDE Forward Network Plan enhanced transit connectivity throughout the metropolitan area.
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